Day: February 20, 2026

A ransomware attack forces a hospital system to close. AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports.

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President Trump issues an ultimatum to Iran. Will there be a deal before his deadline? … It’s decision day at the Supreme Court on crucial cases including emergency tariffs and birthright citizenship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Johnson says Congress, Trump administration will “determine the best path forward” after SCOTUS tariff ruling  trib.al/PSKJ1xZ

— The Hill (@thehill) Feb 20, 2026

The governing structure of Syria is still taking shape. Damascus needs American support and guidance, which must be conditional on organizing reliable long-term security for its vulnerable minorities, writes Sam Brownback
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— Wall Street Journal Opinion (@WSJopinion) Feb 20, 2026